Tank mate check
Can Angelfish and Dwarf Gourami live together?
Verdict: With caution
With caution. Angelfish and Dwarf Gourami can share a tank if you watch the points below.
Why
The same temperament, water and known-conflict checks the MyAquaLog compatibility tool runs.
- Both species may compete; monitor for aggression. Angelfish is rated semi-aggressive, Dwarf Gourami semi-aggressive.
- Temperature overlap 76-82°F.
- pH overlap 6-7.5.
- Angelfish sets the floor at 30 gallons on its own. Size up from there for both groups.
Side by side
| Angelfish | Dwarf Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperature | 76-84°F (24-29°C) | 72-82°F (22-28°C) |
| pH | 6-7.5 | 6-7.5 |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim level | Middle | Top |
| Group size | Can be kept singly | Can be kept singly |
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- Amano Shrimp with caution
- Betta Fish no
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- Cardinal Tetra with caution
- Cherry Shrimp with caution
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